Soccer Numbers Game Training Drill

Setup

  • 2 teams
  • grid (30yds x 40yds)
  • cones to mark off area
  • 2x mini goals
  • pinnies
  • 10-20 min

Rules & Objectives

  • cones to mark off area
  • 2x mini goals
  • pinnies

Variations

  • the team that last conceded a goal gets to have one more player on the grid than the opponent to make it a 2v1 situation
  • one teammate of the player that wins the ball distributed by the coach enters the grid to make it a 2v1 situation
  • call out more than just one number to create a 2v2, 3v3s, 4v4s etc.
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary

Coaching Points

  • vision
  • change of speed &direction
  • close control
  • communication
  • set up defender

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